Kanhech - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Kanhech is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tikker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanhech village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhech is 022595. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.17 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Kanhech village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanhech
According to the 2011 Census, Kanhech village had a total population of 300 people, including 163 males and 137 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.04%, with male literacy at 94.93% and female literacy at 84.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 203.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 300 | 163 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 109 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 131 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 32 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhech
Kanhech is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kanhech
Kanhech is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Kanhech is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanhech
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhech village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanhech
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhech village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanhech
Where is Kanhech located?
Kanhech village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanhech?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanhech is Tikker.
What is the pincode of Kanhech?
The pincode of Kanhech is 173101.
What is the population of Kanhech?
Kanhech had a total population of 300, including 163 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Kanhech?
Kanhech had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhech?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhech was 90.04%. Male literacy was 94.93% and female literacy was 84.55%.